2002 Renault Megane vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Renault Megane. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 1361 kg more than 2002 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Megane. (128 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Megane | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Megane | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
